what is the most commonly performed surgery?

Question

is cosmetic surgery the one?

Answer 1

Cataract surgery

From http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9F07EFDD1438F93AA35751C0A962958260

"The American Academy of Ophthalmology says cataract removal is the most commonly performed surgery in the nation."

From http://www.capefeareye.com/html/cataract-faqs.html :

"The only treatment for cataracts is surgery. Cataract surgery is highly effective in restoring vision and is the most commonly performed surgery in the United States."

From http://www.lycos.com/info/cataract.html :

"Cataract surgery is the most commonly performed surgery in the United States"

From http://www.northshorelij.com/nonav.cfm?id=205&action=detail&ref=938

"Cataract surgery is the most commonly performed surgery in the United States, with over 2 million procedures performed annually."

From http://www.eyesurgeryeducation.com/Cataract_FAQ.html :

"Cataract surgery is performed millions of times every year in the United States. In fact, it is the most commonly performed surgery in the U.S."

Answer 2

Eye correction.

Answer 3

Hair cut,shaving,nail clipping are the most common procedures.

Answer 4

i think its by pass surgery. because most Americans have heart disease and some are at risk to have a heart attack. but I'm just guessing.

Answer 5

appendectomy? just a wild guess

Answer 6

i think varicose vein or appendicitis